: The process of selecting and arranging shots. Techniques like montage or continuity editing control the film's pace and how audiences perceive time and space.
: Both diegetic (sounds within the film's world) and non-diegetic (e.g., musical scores) elements shape the mood and atmosphere. 2. Major Film Movements and History Introduction to Film Studies
The evolution of cinema is marked by significant movements that challenged traditional storytelling. Introductio to Film Studies Lec 1 Visual Language I final : The process of selecting and arranging shots
Film analysis begins with identifying the technical components, often called "formal elements," that filmmakers use to communicate with viewers. : The art of capturing images
: The art of capturing images. It involves camera angles (e.g., low angles to show power), shot types (e.g., close-ups for emotion), and camera movement (e.g., pans or tracking shots).
: Everything placed within the frame. This includes setting, props, costumes, lighting, and "blocking" (the arrangement and movement of actors).